Royce Quad was once an epicenter of student life at UCLA. Now, in the digital age, the Quad is an attempt to recreate these discussion spaces online. Come to the Quad for analysis, explanation and student narratives about life on and off campus, within and without Westwood.
Today is Feb. 14 and though I’m sure the number one V-word that’s on everyone’s mind is Valentine, I would like to redirect everyone’s attention to another word that needs to be revalued: virginity. Read more...
Photo: Virginity is contextual and not tied to heterosexual intercourse, as explored in three of the stories portrayed in V-Day Coalition’s Lips. (Daily Bruin file photo)
I still don’t understand why Valentine’s Day is a thing. Yes, if you have a significant other it’s the one day of the whole year when you can be nauseatingly affectionate in public and get away with it. Read more...
Photo: (Georgia Perris/Daily Bruin)
With Valentine’s Day around the corner, people are scrambling to make plans with their significant others to celebrate the day of romance. However, another popular celebration is Galentine’s Day, a day devoted to celebrating female friendships. Read more...
Photo: (Creative Commons photo by Lake Tahoe South Shore Nightlife via Flickr)
As Valentine’s Day approaches – the most dreaded day of the year for many single people – Bruins of all genders, sexualities and nationalities gathered together Feb. Read more...
Photo: (Creative Commons photo by Kevin Simpson via Flickr)
Valentine’s Day: Just its mention calls to mind a day of togetherness, a celebration of love. According one legend, among many more, Valentine’s Day originated centuries ago as a day to honor a saint named Valentinus, who, during his imprisonment, fell in love with the jailer’s daughter, and before his death wrote her a letter signed, “Your Valentine.” Since then, it has evolved into an occasion where couples express their love for one another by offering flowers, gifts, chocolates or greeting cards. Read more...
Photo: (Public Domain photo via Good Free Photos)
The 59th annual Grammys will be taking place this Sunday, Feb 12. Among the big names that get nominated every year, such as Beyoncé and Kanye West, are two recent Bruin Bash performers – Chance the Rapper and Anderson .Paak. Read more...
Photo: Chance the Rapper performed at 2014’s Bruin Bash. (Daily Bruin file photo)
Like most American holidays, Valentine’s Day has morphed into a commercial nightmare, encouraging the purchasing of over-the-top gifts and unnecessary merchandise to prove one’s love for a significant other. Read more...
Photo: Dry aged ribeye with birria sauce and carrots beat a regular steak and mashed potato set menu any day of the year. (Giselle Abcarian/Daily Bruin)
